Indonesia's Independence Day Quiz

When is Indonesia's Independence Day celebrated?

• August 17th

• July 4th

• May 1st

• December 25th

Who was the first President of Indonesia?

• Soekarno

• Mohammad Hatta

• Joko Widodo

• Soeharto

In what year did Indonesia declare its independence?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1965

• 1935

Where was the Indonesian Proclamation of Independence made?

• Yogyakarta

• Jakarta

• Surabaya

• Bandung

Who was the Vice President of Indonesia during the Proclamation of Independence?

• Soekarno

• Mohammad Hatta

• Sutan Sjahrir

• Ahmad Yani

Which colonial power did Indonesia gain independence from?

• British

• Dutch

• Portuguese

• Japanese

What is a common activity on Indonesia's Independence Day?

• Fishing competitions

• Flag-raising ceremonies

• Mountain climbing

• Shopping discounts

What is the significance of August 17th, 1945, for Indonesians?

• It is the day Indonesia became a republic.

• It is the day Indonesia declared its independence.

• It is the day Sukarno was born.

• It is the day the constitution was written.

What do Indonesians usually do to commemorate Independence Day?

• Hold elections

• Host weddings

• Organize parades and cultural performances

• Plant trees

Which of the following best describes the spirit of Indonesia's Independence Day?

• Disunity

• Celebration of colonial rule

• Unity and patriotism

• Economic development